Alternative programming

"Just for Laughs"

ABC

By Maria Elena Fernandez, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer The networks, trying to prepare themselves for a world without writers, have been busy ordering up more alternative fare than ever. No premiere dates have been scheduled, but here's the alternative programming you can expect around the dial sometime after January. (And if this is not enough, both FOX and CW say they have more coming down the development pike). "Just for Laughs," ABC This hidden-camera comedy series cuts across cultural boundaries, entertaining audiences of all ages and demographics by mixing practical jokes, hidden cameras and unsuspecting victims.

By Maria Elena Fernandez, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer The networks, trying to prepare themselves for a world without writers, have been busy ordering up more alternative fare than ever. No premiere dates have been scheduled, but here's the alternative programming you can expect around the dial sometime after January. (And if this is not enough, both FOX and CW say they have more coming down the development pike). "Just for Laughs," ABC This hidden-camera comedy series cuts across cultural boundaries, entertaining audiences of all ages and demographics by mixing practical jokes, hidden cameras and unsuspecting victims. (ABC)

"Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann," ABC Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba of "Dancing With the Stars" are choreographers who will coach their own dance teams through a new routine each week. Viewers will choose a favorite between Inaba's and Tonioli's teams, with the losing coach having to eliminate a troupe member.

"Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann," ABC Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba of "Dancing With the Stars" are choreographers who will coach their own dance teams through a new routine each week. Viewers will choose a favorite between Inaba's and Tonioli's teams, with the losing coach having to eliminate a troupe member. (ABC)